Asante Kotoko SC announced with deep sadness the passing of its former Brands and Marketing Manager, Kweku Hammond, on November 4, 2026. In a statement released by the club, Kotoko described Hammond's death as untimely and expressed heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones. Hammond served in the club's Brands and Marketing department, where he played a role in promoting the Porcupine Warriors' brand and engaging supporters.
The club assured that it will continue to honour his memory and legacy. "Although his time with the club was brief, Kweku served with dedication, diligence, and unwavering commitment to Asante Kotoko," the club stated. "His contributions and loyalty to the club will not be forgotten." Hammond's role involved promoting the club's brand and interacting with fans, which suggests he was well-integrated into the team's operations.
Fans and members of the football fraternity have since joined the club in mourning, sharing tributes to Hammond for his professionalism and commitment during his time at the club. The outpouring of tributes indicates that Hammond made a positive impact on those he worked with and interacted with during his tenure at Kotoko.
In related news, Captain of Ghana's National U-15 Boys team, Abdul Aziz Issa, reflected on the team's experience at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan. The team finished 7th out of 189 countries after an impressive campaign, winning eight of ten matches. Issa emphasized that the exposure gained will be vital for the development of the squad.
The Ghana U-15 team enjoyed an outstanding tournament, scoring 44 goals and establishing themselves among the top seven teams. Their dominant group stage saw them score 27 goals while conceding just three. The team's performance demonstrates the progress being made in Ghana's youth football development programs.
In another news story, Spanish Police have opened an investigation into the death of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel following his on-field collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono. The incident occurred during a LaLiga 2 match at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López on Monday, November 2, 2026. The police investigation is under judicial supervision.
The National Police's Homicide Group in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is leading the inquiry into De Miguel's death. Authorities will review the referee's match report, match footage, medical reports, and the findings of the sports disciplinary committee to determine whether the challenge constituted dangerous play. The investigation aims to establish the circumstances surrounding De Miguel's death.
Key points
- Asante Kotoko's former Brands and Marketing Manager, Kweku Hammond, has died at an unspecified age.
- Ghana's U-15 team finished 7th at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan.
- Spanish Police are investigating the death of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel following an on-field collision.
